By Musa Rhapsodi Affos

In a remarkable display of philanthropy and community development, PD Pius and Associates, a nonprofit organization, celebrated its 10th anniversary by awarding scholarships worth ₦25,000 each to 53 individuals, including four persons with disabilities.

The event, held at Bizarre Hotel in Zing Local Government Area of Taraba State, was themed “Building and Growing Businesses Leveraging the Power of the Internet.”

The team lead, Barrister PD Pius, while delivering his opening remarks, stated that the initiative stemmed from a passion for giving back to his community and making a lasting impact. "The best way to live is to live a life of impact," Pius emphasized.  




The event attracted a large audience, filling the hall to capacity and even resulting in an overflow. Over 100 people applied for the scholarship, but only 53 were selected. Notably, four individuals with disabilities were automatically chosen. 

Demonstrating further generosity, a good Samaritan present at the event donated ₦10,000 each to the applicants who were not selected.  

 During the free medical outreach, 78 people were attended to by the medical team as various tests were conducted for free and four persons were given eyeglasses.

The Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Hon. Kizito Bonzena, delivered a keynote address, commending Barrister PD Pius and his team for their consistency and dedication to community service. He called on others to emulate their efforts in fostering societal development.  



Grammy-nominated producer DeeYasso, who made a special appearance, encouraged attendees to harness the power of the internet for personal and business growth. “I am a testament to the positive impact of utilizing the internet effectively,” he shared.  

Other notable speakers, including Crypto General Olayinka Gabriel and Aminchi Nicodemus, highlighted the importance of collaboration, consistency, and dedication in achieving success.  

Beneficiaries of the scholarships expressed profound gratitude to PD Pius and Associates for their efforts in alleviating their challenges.  

The event also featured a variety of highlights, including the cutting of a celebratory cake, goodwill messages, and additional donations.  

PD Pius and Associates have once again demonstrated their commitment to improving lives and building a brighter future for the community.